Book review: Ahmed, S. (2024) A 101 action research guide for beginners: demystifying research terminology using a concrete STEM action research project. Oxford: Peter Lang.
Year: 2025
Type: book-review
Abstract: Saba Ahmed's A 101 action research guide for beginners serves as an accessible and practical introduction for those embarking on their first steps into action research.Ahmed introduces research terminology and practices, provides a clear overview of the action research process, and highlights key skills such as reflective writing.The book aims to equip readers with the confidence and foundational knowledge needed to begin their own action research journeys, and Ahmed ends with a comprehensive exemplar from her practice.Action research formalises the reflective approach that many educators instinctively adopt when addressing challenges in teaching and learning.By framing this process as a structured cycle of problem identification, intervention, observation, and evaluati on, the book provides a clear methodology for evidencing the impact of pedagogical innovations, making it an invaluable resource for learning developers and academic support professionals seeking to publish or share their practice.For those in developmental or leadership roles, it offers practical guidance for introducing new colleagues to scholarly activity beyond resource creation or direct teaching, fostering a culture of enquiry within teams.Crucially, Ahmed also demonstrates how action research can inform interventions that enhance student learning, enabling staff to refine strategies and empower learners to engage in reflective practices themselves.
Author: Kim Fisher
Institution: De Montfort University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4417264945
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